This Between the Seasons book episode explores Nightbitch a novel by Rachel Yoder, a work of magical realism about a mother longing to reclaim her identity of artist.
Named a best book of the year by Esquire and Vulture and recognized as a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Fiction. It was adapted for screen in 2024 by writer and director by Marielle Heller, starring Amy Adams.
https://www.racheljyoder.com/
This episode weaves my own reflections on the themes of the book, with women’s voices from our Creative Magic book club, readings from the book and excerpts
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We talked about:
Creative mothers – the inherent struggles
What we cannot talk about – the experience of motherhood and
Writing new stories – our own stories
Mothering in patriarchy
Mammalian mothering
Maternal rage
Identity – loss of, finding it again through creativity
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A deeper dive into identity
The public body of mother and the artist’s need for time alone and secrecy
Maternal inheritance and our maternal ancestors
The feeling of loss of time and career
Wanda White – the author of the book in the book!
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About Rachel Yoder
Named a best book of the year by Esquire and Vulture and recognized as a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Fiction. It was adapted for screen in 2024 by writer and director by Marielle Heller, starring Amy Adams.